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Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies (Flourless)

These 6-ingredient healthy peanut butter oatmeal cookies come together in minutes. They are low in fat and sugar, full of protein and fibre, and above all - absolutely delicious!
Course Snack
Cuisine American, gluten free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 110kcal
Author Monika Dabrowski

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Large baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 7 tablespoons peanut butter crunchy or smooth
  • 8 tablespoons old fashioned rolled oats gluten free if required
  • ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
  • 4 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons dark chocolate chips dairy free if required

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F/ 180 C/ gas mark 4. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
    In a bowl combine the oats with the baking soda and sugar and stir thoroughly.
  • In a separate bowl beat the egg (using a fork) then add into the oats mixture along with the peanut butter and chocolate chips.
    Stir until well incorporated. The batter will be sticky but not overly thick.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto the baking sheet leaving plenty of space in between and flatten a little using a large spoon or fork. The cookies will expand in the oven.
  • Bake in the centre of the oven for 12 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges.
    Remove from the oven and set aside for at least 10 minutes to cool.  Enjoy warm.

Notes

  • Use old fashioned rolled oats, not instant oats.
  • Use good quality peanut butter - without added sugar or trans fats.
  • If your batter is a little too runny add a bit more oats or almond flour (1 tablespoon).
  • If your peanut butter does not contain any salt add a pinch of fine sea salt into the batter.
  • Do not overcrowd the baking sheet. Bake in 2 batches if using a small baking sheet.
  • You can enjoy these cookies dairy free by ensuring your chocolate chips contain no dairy. 
  • Best eaten slightly warm on the day they are made.
  • Storing: Keep in a paper bag or airtight container (for a chewier texture) for up to 3 days. Refrigerate to enjoy longer.
  • Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 0cookie | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg